Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Ibrahim Foday Conteh

Engneering
Oulu,14

Summary

Skilled maintenance engineer with over 7 years of experience in mineral processing and heavy machinery service. Demonstrated leadership at Sierra Rutile Limited, significantly improving safety and operational uptime. Committed to providing reliable and efficient maintenance solutions that enhance productivity.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

MECHANICAL ENGINEER – Mineral Separation Plant (MSP)

Sierra Rutile Limited
Bonthe District, Sierra Leone
04.2015 - 05.2021

Reduced downtimes to about 15% through root cause failure analysis (RCFAs)

Managed maintenance planning in the PRONTO system, improving reliability and inventory control

Cut safety incidents by 30% through structured EHS meetings and compliance audits

Specified system components and directed product modifications to comply with engineering design and performance specifications.

Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.

Troubleshot and diagnosed plant equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored use to rectify issues.

Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.

Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for new product development.

Developed internal processes and plans for mechanical verification, product development and factory processes.

Examined existing documents and blueprints to best update and maintain project records.

LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR – Commercial Services

Sierra Rutile Limited
Bonthe District, Sierra Leone
04.2015 - 11.2015

Coordinated inbound shipments, engaged with suppliers, and tracked freight movements to optimise service delivery.

Provided real-time logistics reports and insightful feedback during production and maintenance reviews, facilitating informed decision-making.

Organized warehouse space and planned layouts to allow for maximum storage capabilities.

Documented shipment receiving information in the PRONTO software

Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.

Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.

FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER

MANTRAC-Caterpillar Dealership
, Sierra Leone
10.2011 - 03.2015

Completed Caterpillar PARTS PRO training and delivered robust field support at large-scale mine sites.

Assembled, maintained, and serviced heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Performed diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance with detailed reporting to support customer operations.

Tested equipment performance and demonstrated operation and servicing of equipment to the customer.

Performed onsite installation, modification and maintenance of systems and equipment.

Tested equipment performance and demonstrated operation and servicing best practices.

Checked safety practices and integrity of PPE.

Scheduled service calls according to customer location and urgency of need.

Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.

Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.

PUPIL MECHANICAL ENGINEER

National Power Authority
Freetown, Sierra Leone
06.2010 - 09.2011

Participated in practical training focused on thermal power generation systems, gaining hands-on experience.

Assisted in control room operations and equipment synchronisation, supporting operational efficiency.

Generated system concepts to satisfy product requirements.

Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.

Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.

Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.

Education

Joint Erasmus Master’s Degree - Sustainable Mineral Processing and Metals Engineering

University of Oulu & Consortium Universities
Oulu, Finland
07.2025

Master of Science (MSc) - Development Studies

Njala University
Mokonday, Njala, Sierra Leone
04.2022

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) - Mechanical Engineering

Fourah Bay College
Freetown, Sierra Leone
12.2009

Skills

  • Diagnostics using CAT tools and software (SIS, NPR, ET)
  • CAT hydraulic/electrical schematics
  • Field service inspections
  • PM servicing
  • Technical reporting
  • EHS protocols and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures
  • Mineral processing equipment maintenance
  • CAT Parts Books
  • Service Manuals
  • CAT SIS
  • NPR
  • ET
  • HSC Chemistry
  • FESEM
  • SEM (for mineral processing analysis)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Technical leadership
  • Training
  • Supervising
  • Customer support
  • Troubleshooting
  • Risk assessment
  • Supplier engagement

Languages

English (Fluent), French (Intermediate)

Timeline

MECHANICAL ENGINEER – Mineral Separation Plant (MSP)

Sierra Rutile Limited
04.2015 - 05.2021

LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR – Commercial Services

Sierra Rutile Limited
04.2015 - 11.2015

FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER

MANTRAC-Caterpillar Dealership
10.2011 - 03.2015

PUPIL MECHANICAL ENGINEER

National Power Authority
06.2010 - 09.2011

Joint Erasmus Master’s Degree - Sustainable Mineral Processing and Metals Engineering

University of Oulu & Consortium Universities

Master of Science (MSc) - Development Studies

Njala University

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) - Mechanical Engineering

Fourah Bay College
Ibrahim Foday ContehEngneering